What is the distance between Karlsruhe and Hamburg?

About 322 miles (519 km) separate Karlsruhe and Hamburg.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Hamburg?

If you're headed to Hamburg from Karlsruhe, chances are that your bus will leave from Südseite Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Hamburg Airport. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

What are the best sights and things to do in Hamburg?

Once in Hamburg, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Lake Alster, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, Elbphilharmonie Plaza, Holy Hamburg and Town Hall.

Bus Karlsruhe to Hamburg from $35 | Refundable Tickets

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Next departures for Karlsruhe to Hamburg on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:15am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	16h 25m	12:40am	HAM Airport	No tags
Bus	8:15am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	13h 15m	9:30pm	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	10:55am	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	13h 10m	12:05am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags
Bus	9:00pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	17h 20m	2:20pm	HAM Airport	No tags
Bus	9:45pm	Südseite Hauptbahnhof	9h 15m	7:00am	Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Karlsruhe to Hamburg

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Hamburg. The journey takes about 6 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

6h 10mAverage Duration

321 milesDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $141	Average Duration15h 40m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$21 - $296	Average Duration5h 58m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$30 - $68	Average Duration6h 10m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e

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FlixBus

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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Where are the popular stops in Karlsruhe and Hamburg?

Stops in Karlsruhe

A - Südseite Hauptbahnhof

B - Karlsruhe Hbf

C - Goethestraße

D - Karlsruhe

E - Karlsruhe/Baden-Baden Airport

Stops in Hamburg

A - Hamburg Airport

B - Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)

C - Harburg

D - Hamburg Altona

E - Volksparkstadion

F - Steinwerder

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Karlsruhe to Hamburg by bus

What is the distance between Karlsruhe and Hamburg?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Karlsruhe to Hamburg?
What are the best sights and things to do in Hamburg?

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The cheapest trip from Karlsruhe to Hamburg was searched and found on Nov 21, 2025 with a price of $37

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Karlsruhe to Hamburg, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $37 to $76 for a bus ticket from Karlsruhe to Hamburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $37 which is on 2025-11-21.